Australia's Medical Vaccine Fridge Specialist

ENLAKE sells Australia's biggest range of vaccine fridges and vaccine fridge accessories. This is ENLAKE’s main vaccine fridge category page, covering purpose-built vaccine fridges for medical centres, pharmacies, hospitals, veterinary clinics and laboratories. Our range includes benchtop, under-counter, upright, large-capacity, glass-door and solid-door vaccine fridge models

As we have so many makes and models of vaccine fridges to choose from, we encourage you to contact ENLAKE to discuss which medical fridge will best meet your needs. We will help you select the vaccine fridge best suited to your cold chain needs considering your budget, usage, operating environment and required volume.

ENLAKE's collection of vaccine refrigerators (otherwise known as medical refrigerators or drug fridges) are all specially made for use in hospitals, pharmacies, medical centres and veterinary practices. Purpose-built medical fridges are designed for vaccine storage and the storage of temperature sensitive medicines. They are designed to maintain the refrigerator contents between 2°C and 8°C.

These pharmaceutical grade medical refrigerators have features to help protect your products including:

• Fans to circulate the air and keep the temperature even everywhere in the medicine fridge
• Alarms to tell you if the vaccine fridge temperature has gone below 2°C or above 8°C
• Digital displays that show the minimum and maximum recorded temperature within the medicine fridge
• Auto-defrost cycles that prevent the build up of ice without affecting the product temperature
• Lockable doors to help protect valuable vaccine and medicines

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All Vaccine Fridge Models

80 products
Benchtop Medical Refrigerators

9 products
Under-Counter Vaccine Fridges

15 products
Mid Size Medical Fridges

6 products
Upright Vaccine Fridges

57 products
Large Capacity Vaccine Fridges

25 products
Custom Made Vaccine Fridges

5 products
Glass Door Vaccine Fridges

59 products
Solid Door Vaccine Fridges

16 products
Pass Through Fridges

1 product
Vaccine Fridges with Built in Battery

3 products
Vaccine Fridge Accessories

27 products
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AQ Medical 46 Vaccine Refrigerator

The Avem Quirks AQ Medical 46 Vaccine Refrigerator is a compact, robust, and cost-effective unit suitable for
$1,066.00 + GST
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AQ Medisafe Plus 70 Vaccine Refrigerator

The Avem Quirks Medisafe Plus 70 Vaccine Refrigerator is a compact, robust, and cost-effective unit suitable for
$2,631.00 + GST
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AQ Medisafe Plus 70 Vaccine Refrigerator (Without AQ Box)

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The Avem Quirks Medisafe Plus 70 Vaccine Refrigerator is
$2,237.00 + GST
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NULINE ML29GP Vaccine Refrigerator – 29 Litres

NULINE ML29GP provides precise temperature control, uniform cooling, and compact design, meeting regulatory standards for pharmaceutical storage.

$1,715.00 + GST
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NULINE ML59GP Vaccine Refrigerator – 59 Litres

Elevate your vaccine storage with NULINE ML59GP. Trusted precision, compact design, incredible reliability.

$1,891.00 + GST
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Exquisite MV30 Benchtop Medical Fridge – 29 Litres

The Exquisite MV30 Benchtop Medical Fridge – 29 Litres will sit comfortably on top of a bench. It’s
$1,568.00 + GST
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Exquisite MV60 Small Vaccine Refrigerator – 62 Litres

The Exquisite MV60 is a small vaccine refrigerator of only 59 litres that is handy if you
$1,733.00 + GST
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Vacc-Safe BT42 Cosmetic Refrigerator – 42 litres

The Vacc-Safe BT42 is a premium quality cosmetic refrigerator designed to fit on top of a bench. A low-E
$1,585.00 + GST
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Vacc-Safe VS50 Bench-Top Pharmacy Refrigerator – 50 litres

The Vacc-Safe VS50 is a premium quality vaccine fridge designed to fit on top of a bench.
$1,584.00 + GST
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LIEBHERR SRTvh 1511 Vaccine Fridge – 137 litres – Glass Door

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ICS PACIFIC Pharma 1000SD Vaccine Fridge – 145 Litre

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ICS PACIFIC Vaccine Fridge – Pharma 1000 GD – 145 Litre

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The ICS PACIFIC Pharma 1000GD Vaccine Fridge – 145 Litre is purpose-built to provide
Original price was: $2,352.00.Current price is: $2,211.00. + GST
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AQ Medical AQM 110 – Medical Vaccine Fridge – 145 Litres

The Avem Quirks AQM 110 is a solidly constructed vaccine fridge that comes at a price you can
$1,545.00 + GST
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NULINE ML125GP Vaccine Refrigerator – 125 Litres

The NULINE ML125GP provides reliable storage for vaccines featuring a digital display with built in alarms, battery backup
$2,267.00 + GST
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NULINE HR200G Vaccine Fridge – Glass Door – 135 Litre

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The Nuline HR200G is a practical, reliable and affordable choice for your medical
Original price was: $1,894.00.Current price is: $1,698.00. + GST
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Nuline HR200P Vaccine Fridge – Solid Door – 135 Litre

The Nuline HR200P Vaccine Fridge is a practical, reliable and affordable choice for your medical centre, hospital or
$1,894.00 + GST
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Nuline PR150 Pharmacy Fridge – 135 litres

This Nuline PR150 Pharmacy Refrigerator is designed for the storage of laboratory products and is suitable for placement
$1,593.00 + GST
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Thermoline Laboratory Fridge TLR-145-GD – 145 litres

The smallest laboratory refrigerator in Thermoline Scientific’s range is the 145 litre TLR-145-GD. You can trust this well
$2,234.00 + GST
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Thermoline Vaccine Fridge TPR-145-GD – 145 litres

The smallest vaccine fridge in Thermoline Scientific’s range is the 145 litre TPR-145-GD. You can trust this well
$2,234.00 + GST
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Thermoline Laboratory Fridge TLR-200-GD – 200 litres

Discover the Thermoline TLR-200-GD laboratory fridge – an advanced refrigeration solution engineered to safeguard and preserve vaccines at
$3,351.00 + GST
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Thermoline Vaccine Fridge TPR-200-GD – 200 litres

Discover the Thermoline TPR-200 vaccine fridge – an advanced refrigeration solution engineered to safeguard and preserve vaccines at
$3,351.00 + GST
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Bromic MediFridge 145 Litres

This medical-grade under-counter refrigerator is optimised for safe storage thanks to its double-glazed glass door that provides users complete
$2,328.00 + GST
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Exquisite Vaccine Refrigerator MV150 – 148 Litres

The MV150 from Exquisite Medical is a sharply priced vaccine fridge that has all of the features needed
$2,039.00 + GST
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Vacc-Safe VS150 Under-bench Pharmacy Refrigerator – 146 litres

The Vacc-Safe VS150 is a premium quality vaccine fridge designed to fit under a bench. A low-E
$1,679.00 + GST
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Rollex Platinum 120G Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge

Introducing the Rollex Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge Glass Door – a 117L capacity fridge designed to meet the demanding
$3,037.00 + GST
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Rollex Platinum 120R Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge

This Rollex Medical Fridge 120R +2/+8°C is user-friendly, with adjustable shelves, great temperature stability, and numerous functions included as
$2,737.00 + GST
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Rollex MATOS EXCEL MEG145 Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge – 145L

The MATOS EXCEL MEG145 is a QCPP-certified 145L Rollex underbench fridge featuring a 2°C and 8°C range, anti-microbial handle
$1,774.00 + GST
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ICS PACIFIC Pharma 2000GD Vaccine Fridge – 218L

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The Pharma 2000GD is a new addition to ICS Pacific’s range of vaccine fridges.
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ICS PACIFIC Pharma 2000SD Vaccine Fridge – 218L

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The Pharma 2000SD is a new addition to ICS Pacific’s range of vaccine fridges.
Original price was: $2,583.00.Current price is: $2,185.00. + GST
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AQ Medical AQM 280 Vaccine Fridge – 280 Litres

The Avem Quirks AQM 280 is a sharply priced vaccine fridge from AQ Medical (Avem Quirks’s budget range
$2,460.00 + GST
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How to choose a vaccine fridge or medical fridge

The best vaccine fridge or medical fridge for your facility depends on storage volume, available space, operating environment, temperature monitoring requirements, alarm features, power backup needs and budget.

All vaccine fridges should maintain the required 2°C to 8°C storage range. Better models fluctuate less, recover faster after door openings and stay closer to the 5°C target temperature.

Useful features to compare include:

Lower power consumption and lower power bills
Quieter operation
Tighter control around the 5°C target temperature
Door open alarms that remind staff to close the door
Remote alert options for temperature excursions or power failure
Higher climate ratings for hot or humid operating environments

ENLAKE supplies vaccine fridges and medical fridges in a wide range of sizes, from compact benchtop and under-counter models through to large capacity one, two and three door medical refrigerators.

ENLAKE offers a wide selection of medical refrigerators from respected manufacturers, including Avem Quirks, Bromic Refrigeration, Exquisite Medical Australia, ICS Pacific, LIEBHERR, Nuline Refrigeration, Thermoline Scientific and Vacc-Safe.

Before you buy your next vaccine fridge or medical fridge, contact ENLAKE so we can help you compare capacity, features, monitoring options, price and operating environment, and choose the best medical refrigerator for your facility.

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Vaccine Fridge FAQs

Vaccine Fridge Basics

What is a vaccine fridge?

A vaccine fridge is a purpose built medical refrigerator designed to store vaccines between 2°C and 8°C. This is the recommended temperature range for vaccine storage in Australia, with 5°C used as the target midpoint under the Strive for 5 guidelines.

Purpose built vaccine fridges are the only suitable option for vaccine storage. Unlike domestic fridges or bar fridges, they are designed to maintain a stable, uniform and controlled cabinet temperature, with features that help protect vaccines from heat, freezing and temperature fluctuations.

Vaccine fridges are commonly used in medical centres, pharmacies, hospitals, veterinary clinics, laboratories and other healthcare settings. Depending on the model, they may include fan forced air circulation, high and low temperature alarms, minimum and maximum temperature displays, inbuilt data logging, fast temperature recovery after door opening, lockable doors and remote alarm options.

ENLAKE supplies benchtop, under counter, upright, glass door, solid door and large capacity vaccine fridges, including both Australian made and imported models. We can help you compare size, capacity, features, price, warranty, monitoring options and operating environment so you can choose a vaccine fridge suited to your facility and cold chain requirements.

What temperature should a vaccine fridge maintain?

A vaccine fridge should maintain vaccines between 2°C and 8°C. In Australia, this range is set out in the National Vaccine Storage Guidelines, known as Strive for 5, because vaccine providers are encouraged to aim for 5°C, the midpoint between 2°C and 8°C.

The lower end of the temperature range is especially important. Vaccines can be damaged by freezing, and this damage may not be visible. Any reading below 2°C should be treated seriously and managed according to cold chain procedures.

A brief rise above 8°C can occur during normal use, such as restocking, checking stock or opening the fridge door. Under Strive for 5, a temperature deviation up to 12°C for 15 minutes or less does not usually require reporting as a cold chain breach, provided the temperature does not fall below 2°C. Any temperature below 2°C, above 8°C for longer than 15 minutes, or above 12°C should be managed according to cold chain procedures.

Good temperature performance is not just about the set point. Vaccines need adequate space around the contents so cold air can circulate properly. Purpose built vaccine fridges are designed to promote consistent airflow throughout the cabinet, using features such as fan assisted circulation and wire shelving to help maintain a more uniform temperature. Overfilling the fridge or packing products tightly against the cabinet walls can reduce airflow and temperature stability.

Quality vaccine fridges typically include barriers, guards or shelving designs with additional wire supports to help prevent stored contents from coming into direct contact with the rear cooling surface. This matters because the rear of the fridge can be colder than other areas, depending on the model.

ENLAKE can help you choose a vaccine fridge with the right capacity, airflow design, shelving, temperature monitoring and alarm features for your medical centre, pharmacy, hospital, veterinary clinic or laboratory.

What does Strive for 5 mean?

Strive for 5 is the name commonly used for Australia’s National Vaccine Storage Guidelines. The phrase refers to aiming for 5°C when storing vaccines, because 5°C is the midpoint between the recommended vaccine storage range of 2°C and 8°C.

The idea is to give vaccine providers a practical operating target, not just a minimum and maximum range. By aiming for the middle of the range, there is more buffer if the fridge temperature moves slightly during normal use, such as when the door is opened or stock is checked.

Strive for 5 also covers broader vaccine storage management, including refrigerator selection, temperature monitoring, staff procedures, cold chain breach response, power failure planning, vaccine transport and storage self audits.

ENLAKE can help you choose a purpose built vaccine fridge with the temperature control, monitoring and alarm features needed to support Strive for 5 vaccine storage practices.

Can vaccines be stored in a domestic fridge?

No. Vaccines should not be stored in a domestic fridge, bar fridge, commercial fridge or industrial fridge. The National Vaccine Storage Guidelines state that purpose built vaccine refrigerators are the only suitable option for vaccine storage.

Domestic fridges are designed for food and drink, not vaccine storage. Food refrigeration commonly aims to keep food at 5°C or below, which can mean parts of the fridge become too cold for vaccines. Vaccines need a controlled storage range of 2°C to 8°C. If vaccines become too cold or freeze, their potency may be reduced or destroyed, and this damage may not be visible.

The differences are real and important. Many domestic fridges do not have digital temperature controllers, fan assisted air circulation, high and low temperature alarms, minimum and maximum temperature displays, data logging, suitable shelving or cabinet designs that help maintain uniform temperature throughout the fridge. They can also have cold spots, especially near the rear cooling surface or freezer section.

A purpose built vaccine fridge is designed to provide more stable and controlled vaccine storage, with better airflow, temperature monitoring, alarm functions and stock protection.

ENLAKE supplies purpose built vaccine fridges for medical centres, pharmacies, hospitals, veterinary clinics and laboratories, and can help you choose a model suited to your storage volume, available space and cold chain requirements.

Choosing a vaccine fridge

How do I choose the right vaccine fridge?

To choose the right vaccine fridge, consider your stock volume, available space, operating environment, required temperature monitoring, alarm requirements, power backup needs, warranty, delivery requirements and budget.

Small medical centres and consulting rooms may suit a benchtop or under counter vaccine fridge. Pharmacies, hospitals, laboratories and larger clinics may need an upright or large capacity vaccine fridge. Sites with high vaccine value, higher traffic or after-hours risk should also consider data logging, wireless alerts and UPS backup power.

The best option is usually the fridge that gives enough usable capacity without overcrowding, maintains stable airflow, fits the available space with suitable ventilation clearance and provides the monitoring and alarm features needed for your cold chain procedure.

What size vaccine fridge do I need?

The right size vaccine fridge depends on your stock volume, available space and how much extra capacity you need during peak periods such as influenza season. The fridge should be large enough to hold your vaccines and medicines without overcrowding, so air can circulate properly and temperatures remain stable.

For many clinics, pharmacies and practices, the main choice is between an under bench vaccine fridge and an upright vaccine fridge. Under bench models are usually similar in size to a dishwasher and suit lower stock volumes or limited floor space. Upright models, often in the 300 to 400 litre range, provide more capacity and easier stock organisation.

Mid sized vaccine fridges are also available where you need more space than an under bench model but do not need a large upright fridge. For very high volume sites, larger two door and three door vaccine fridges are typically used in hospitals, busy pharmacies, high throughput medical centres and laboratories.

Should I choose an under counter or upright vaccine fridge?

An under counter vaccine fridge is usually suitable where floor space is limited, stock volume is moderate and the fridge needs to fit below a bench or counter. These models are common in smaller clinics, consulting rooms, treatment rooms and pharmacies with limited space.

An upright vaccine fridge is usually better where more capacity is needed, stock needs to be organised across more shelves, or the facility stores larger volumes of vaccines and temperature sensitive medicines. Upright models are often easier to access and manage for higher volume sites.

When comparing under counter and upright models, check internal capacity, external dimensions, door swing, ventilation clearance, shelf layout, monitoring features, alarm functions and whether the location allows staff to access the fridge safely and easily.

Should I choose a glass door or solid door vaccine fridge?

A glass door vaccine fridge makes it easier to see stock without opening the door. This can help staff find items more quickly and may reduce unnecessary door openings. Glass door models are useful where visibility and stock identification are important.

A solid door vaccine fridge generally provides better insulation and may be preferred where visibility is less important, where the room is warmer, or where temperature stability and lower heat gain are the main priorities.

The right choice depends on the facility, room conditions, how often the fridge is accessed, how stock is managed and whether visibility or insulation is more important for the site.

What features should a vaccine fridge have?

Important vaccine fridge features include accurate temperature control, fan forced air circulation, current, minimum and maximum temperature display, high and low temperature alarms, lockable doors, stable shelving and fast temperature recovery after door openings.

Depending on the site, useful additional features may include inbuilt data logging, USB data export, wireless monitoring, SMS or email alerts, remote alarm contacts, battery backup, UPS compatibility, solid or glass door options and adjustable shelving.

ENLAKE can help compare these features across different brands, cabinet sizes and price points so you can choose a vaccine fridge that suits your facility and cold chain requirements.

Cold chain and monitoring

Do vaccine fridges need cold chain monitoring?

A vaccine fridge needs a current, minimum and maximum temperature display so staff can check and manually record temperatures. Strive for 5 requires current, minimum and maximum temperatures to be checked and recorded twice daily: before the refrigerator is used for the first time each day and at the end of the day.

Strive for 5 also requires continuous temperature monitoring. This is usually done with a vaccine fridge data logger, either built into the vaccine fridge or supplied as a separate device. A data logger records temperatures over time and is useful for audits, reviewing temperature patterns, identifying cold spots and investigating possible cold chain breaches. Where a data logger is used, the data should be downloaded at least weekly, in addition to twice daily manual temperature recordings.

For sites with higher stock value, larger vaccine volumes or greater cold chain risk, wireless vaccine fridge monitoring systems can provide extra protection. These systems can provide real time temperature readings and send alerts by SMS or email if the fridge temperature moves outside the required range. They do not replace the need for twice daily minimum and maximum temperature checks, but they can help provide earlier warning of a problem.

A UPS backup power solution may also help reduce risk during power outages.

Do I need a data logger for my vaccine fridge?

Yes. Strive for 5 requires continuous temperature monitoring for vaccine refrigerators. This is usually done with a data logger, an inbuilt fridge logger, or an automated temperature monitoring system. A data logger should be set to record temperatures at minimum 5-minute intervals and should be programmed to alert staff when a temperature outside +2°C to +8°C is recorded.

Data logger information should be downloaded and reviewed at least weekly, or more often if required by your organisation, state or territory health department, or the equipment manufacturer. If an automated monitoring system is used instead, reports must still be reviewed at least weekly.

Twice daily manual checks of the current, minimum and maximum temperatures are still required, even when a data logger, inbuilt logger or wireless monitoring system is in use. This is because automated systems can fail, and manual records help identify issues and support cold chain assessment.

What happens if a vaccine fridge goes outside 2°C to 8°C?

If a vaccine fridge records a temperature outside 2°C to 8°C, affected vaccines must not be used or discarded until the event has been assessed. Keep the vaccines refrigerated between 2°C and 8°C where possible, isolate the affected stock and clearly label it “Do not use / Do not discard”.

Staff need to review the temperature history, including data logger records, the minimum and maximum temperatures reached, how long the fridge was outside range and which vaccines were affected. This information is used to assess the event and decide whether the vaccines remain suitable for use.

Under Strive for 5, vaccine temperatures below 2°C or above 8°C must be reported to the relevant state or territory health department. A single temperature rise above 8°C is not treated as a cold chain breach if it reaches no higher than 12°C and lasts no longer than 15 minutes, such as during restocking or checking stock.

For privately purchased vaccines, the vaccine manufacturer may also need to be contacted for advice. Reliable alarms, temperature displays, data logging and staff procedures help identify problems early and provide the records needed for cold chain assessment.

Do vaccine fridges need backup power?

Medical centres, pharmacies, hospitals and other facilities that store vaccines need a documented backup plan for power failures. A power outage can cause a vaccine fridge to rise above +8°C, and the time available before vaccines are at risk depends on the fridge design, room temperature, door openings and the amount of stock inside the cabinet.

A backup plan may include a generator, battery backup, UPS, alternative monitored purpose-built vaccine refrigerator, or prepared cooler. Any alternative storage must keep vaccines between +2°C and +8°C and be monitored with a minimum/maximum thermometer or data logger.

A UPS system can help reduce risk during short power interruptions by keeping selected equipment operating for a limited period. It does not replace a full cold chain procedure, but it can form part of a broader power failure plan.

Facilities should practise their backup plan, including packing vaccines into alternative monitored storage, so staff can respond quickly in a real power failure. The Strive for 5 guidelines include a power failure checklist that can be used as a reference for local procedures.

Wireless temperature monitoring can add another layer of protection by sending alerts when the fridge temperature moves outside the required range, including after hours. This is especially useful where vaccine stock is high value, access is limited, or staff need early warning of a possible cold chain issue.

Buying from ENLAKE

Why buy a vaccine fridge from ENLAKE?

ENLAKE has specialised in medical and laboratory refrigeration since 2009. We work with medical centres, pharmacies, universities, public and private hospitals, research institutes, veterinary clinics and laboratories across Australia. The benefit of buying from ENLAKE is choice backed by detailed product and industry knowledge.

Vaccine fridge requirements vary depending on stock volume, available space, room temperature, clearance, door swing, monitoring requirements and budget. ENLAKE can help you compare the options and avoid choosing a fridge that is poorly suited to your site.

Because ENLAKE has one of Australia’s largest ranges of vaccine fridges, we can compare different manufacturers, models, sizes and feature sets across under bench, upright, glass door, solid door and large capacity vaccine fridges.

All vaccine fridges sold by ENLAKE are compliant with Strive for 5 vaccine storage requirements and are designed to maintain vaccines between 2°C and 8°C. ENLAKE can also help with related cold chain equipment, including vaccine fridge data loggers, wireless monitoring systems, min/max thermometers, UPS systems and vaccine fridge accessories.

Can ENLAKE help with vaccine fridge selection for a new clinic, pharmacy or facility?

Yes. ENLAKE can help you choose vaccine fridges for new clinics, pharmacies, hospitals, universities, laboratories and other healthcare or research facilities.

This is useful when the fridge location, room size, ventilation, power supply, door swing, stock volume or monitoring requirements need to be considered before the site is finalised. Choosing the right model early can help avoid clearance, access, temperature control or capacity problems later.

ENLAKE can also assist where multiple fridges, vaccine monitoring equipment, UPS systems or other medical and laboratory refrigeration products are being planned as part of the same fit out.

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NULINE ML29GP Vaccine Refrigerator – 29 Litres

NULINE ML59GP Vaccine Refrigerator – 59 Litres

Exquisite MV30 Benchtop Medical Fridge – 29 Litres

Exquisite MV60 Small Vaccine Refrigerator – 62 Litres

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Nuline HR200P Vaccine Fridge – Solid Door – 135 Litre

Nuline PR150 Pharmacy Fridge – 135 litres

Thermoline Laboratory Fridge TLR-145-GD – 145 litres

Thermoline Vaccine Fridge TPR-145-GD – 145 litres

Thermoline Laboratory Fridge TLR-200-GD – 200 litres

Thermoline Vaccine Fridge TPR-200-GD – 200 litres

Bromic MediFridge 145 Litres

Exquisite Vaccine Refrigerator MV150 – 148 Litres

Vacc-Safe VS150 Under-bench Pharmacy Refrigerator – 146 litres

Rollex Platinum 120G Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge

Rollex Platinum 120R Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge

Rollex MATOS EXCEL MEG145 Under Bench Pharmacy Fridge – 145L

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ICS PACIFIC Pharma 2000GD Vaccine Fridge – 218L

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ICS PACIFIC Pharma 2000SD Vaccine Fridge – 218L

ICS PACIFIC EOFY SALE!

AQ Medical AQM 280 Vaccine Fridge – 280 Litres

How to choose a vaccine fridge or medical fridge

Vaccine Fridge FAQs

What is a vaccine fridge?

What temperature should a vaccine fridge maintain?

What does Strive for 5 mean?

Can vaccines be stored in a domestic fridge?

How do I choose the right vaccine fridge?

What size vaccine fridge do I need?

Should I choose an under counter or upright vaccine fridge?

Should I choose a glass door or solid door vaccine fridge?

What features should a vaccine fridge have?

Do vaccine fridges need cold chain monitoring?

Do I need a data logger for my vaccine fridge?

What happens if a vaccine fridge goes outside 2°C to 8°C?

Do vaccine fridges need backup power?

Why buy a vaccine fridge from ENLAKE?

Can ENLAKE help with vaccine fridge selection for a new clinic, pharmacy or facility?

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